Building a Second Brain with Tiago Forte

The Growth Guide: Self-Improvement | Greatness | Impact | Creators | FI |

Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Tiago Forte.
In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with productivity expert Tiago Forte. Renowned for his "Second Brain" concept, Tiago offers an innovative approach to managing information and boosting creativity.

He introduces the CODE system—Capture, Organize, Distill, and Express—key to streamlining our digital tools and enhancing personal effectiveness. Tiago shares insights on organizing notes by project utility and using the PARA system for more efficient workflows. He discusses the significance of delegation for growth and explores how modern entrepreneurship can evolve beyond founder dependency.

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Tiago Forte, packed with strategies that can revolutionize how you approach creativity and productivity.

[05.55] Second Brain - the system for our second brain is code, capture, organize, distill, express. Tiago dives into the code system.

[14.49] The PARA method – Tiago defines the PARA method and what the acronym stands for.

[21.14] Closing loops – We talk about the misconceptions about closing loops and some ways to close them.

[28.29] Information packets – Tiago defines information packets and how they can be used to increase creativity.

[39.58] Quality & Quantity – We dive into the relationship between quality and quantity.

[43.03] Expression – Tiago explains the three stages of expression; remembering, connecting, and creating

Connect with Tiago:

Website - fortelabs.co/

buildingasecondbrain.com/

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/tiagoforte/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TiagoForteLabs

Instagram - instagram.com/fortelabsco/

Twitter - twitter.com/fortelabs
Resources:

Book by Tiago

Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential

Book by James A. Michener

The Source

Book by David Spinks

The Business of Belonging: How to Make Community your Competitive Advantage